Question 1

How do I apply to university in South Africa with BridgeApp?

Accepted Answer

Create a free BridgeApp profile, add your matric subjects and marks, and BridgeApp calculates your APS score and matches you to qualifying South African universities and courses. You can then apply directly through the platform.

Question 2

How do I apply for NSFAS funding for 2026?

Accepted Answer

NSFAS applications for the 2026 academic year typically open in September 2025 and close in late January 2026. BridgeApp guides you through the NSFAS application step by step — required documents, eligibility checks, and submission via the NSFAS portal at nsfas.org.za.

Question 3

Who qualifies for NSFAS funding in South Africa?

Accepted Answer

NSFAS funds South African citizens with a combined household income below R350,000 per year (or R600,000 for students with disabilities) who are studying at a public university or TVET college. BridgeApp helps you check eligibility and prepare supporting documents.

Question 4

What bursaries can I apply for through BridgeApp?

Accepted Answer

BridgeApp matches you to NSFAS, Funza Lushaka, government bursaries, corporate bursaries, and private scholarships based on your field of study, marks, and financial profile. We surface bursaries you actually qualify for, with deadlines and document checklists.

Question 5

What is an APS score and how do I calculate it?

Accepted Answer

Your APS (Admission Point Score) is calculated from your top 6 matric subjects, excluding Life Orientation. BridgeApp's free APS calculator computes your score and matches you to qualifying universities and courses across South Africa.

Question 6

Can I apply to multiple universities at once?

Accepted Answer

Yes — BridgeApp lets you prepare and submit applications to multiple South African universities and TVET colleges from a single profile, then track every application, deadline, and outcome in one place.

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